Most newborn deaths happen in the first week of life, and most of them in primary health centres and homes. This session walks frontline health workers through the six essential steps that give every baby the best start.
What this session covers
- Why essential newborn care matters in the Nigerian PHC setting
- The six key steps of ENC: thermal protection, cord care, breastfeeding, eye care, vitamin K and immunisation
- Step-by-step practical skills for each, including basic resuscitation
- The nine newborn danger signs — and what to do when you see one
- Common mistakes in PHCs and how to avoid them
- Your role: quality care from the first minute
Facilitator
Dr Beatrice Ezenwa, Consultant Neonatologist, Lagos University Teaching Hospital.
Part of the ICSA Learning Series, Module 1: Essential Newborn Care. Participants who attend the required share of Module 1 sessions and complete the pre- and post-session assessments earn a certificate of participation.